sensitive skin

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    How to do a skin patch test

    Did You Know Any Ingredient Can Cause an Allergy or Irritation? Yep, even something as seemingly harmless as chamomile or water can irritate someone’s skin. I know, it sounds wild. Water?! What could be more natural and safe than water? But there are people out there who are allergic to it. This just goes to […]

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    Skin Irritation or Allergy?: How To Tell What You’re Really Dealing With

    Is it a skin irritation or an allergy? What is going on?! You’ve just slathered on your new moisturiser and next thing you know, your skin is burning off. It stings. It itches. It turns redder than a tomato. You’ve never been allergic to anything before, but I guess there’s always a first time. Or […]

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    What Can I Do If I’m Allergic To Sunscreen?

    Did you know you can be allergic to sunscreen? I’m not talking about hating a greasy texture or a white cast. These are nuisances, but they don’t ruin your skin. I’m talking about an itchy, red rash that stings. And swells. What’s going on? Some of the UV filters that protect you from the harmful […]

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    9 Best Soothing Ingredients For Irritated And Sensitive Skin

    What are the best soothing ingredients for irritated and sensitive skin? Or just to soothe a bad rash? Maybe you used a skincare product your skin doesn’t like. Or you’ve stayed in the sun a little too long. Or you’re dealing with another rosacea outbreak. Whatever the reason, your skin is now a big, red […]

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    Is La Roche Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser The Best Cleanser For Sensitive Skin?

    Is your skin so sensitive, every cleanser you’ve tried stings like crazy? I hear ya. The cleansing process is always traumatic for skin. You risk raising its pH, breaking down its protective barrier, stripping away its natural oil… It’s a minefield. But it’s not like you can skip cleansing. Ugh. So what’s a girl to […]